What does it take to achieve financial freedom? Imagine the possibilities when hard work and dedication meet innovative strategies. Delve into Elaine's inspiring journey, from self-managing over 1,000 rental units to revolutionizing real estate profits and even unlocking the secrets to personal growth and fulfillment. This episode is bursting with life-changing insights for entrepreneurs—something you won't want to miss. Elaine Stageberg is co-owner and founder of Black Swan Real Estate, a leading national presenter, investment thought leader, and real estate expert. Dr. Elaine Stageberg is a psychiatrist, mother of four, and mentor to physicians and real estate investors from all walks of life. [00:00 - 12:12] Transitioning from Career to Real Estate Investment for Financial Freedom Elaine, who has been married to Nick for 12 years, resides with her family in RochesterLeft their career to go into the world of investing and currently runs their own company The catalyst for their move to real estate was stability and financial freedomCommitted effort can lead you to your desired destination [12:13 - 27:00] Leveraging Psychiatry and Maximizing Profits Through Creative Tactics Management and operation are essential aspects of handling businessesUnderstanding people is the foundation of investor relationsProviding a portion of equity to employees as revenue sharePivoting in these times, especially when acquisitions are getting harderBeing creative or flexible is really what it's all about in real estate and in any business [27:01 - 35:47] The Final Four: Worst Job, Book, Skill to Learn, & Definition of Success Worst job ever was waitressing Book that gave a paradigm shift: "The Infinite Game" by Simon SinekSkill/talent to learn: WeightliftingSuccess means combining the science of success with the art of fulfillment  Resources Mentioned "The Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek Connect with Elaine Website: https://blackswanteam.com/ LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW by clicking this link.   WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE? Be sure to follow me on the below platforms: Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Stitcher. LinkedIn Youtube Exclusive Facebook Group www.yonahweiss.com None of this could be possible without the awesome team at Buzzsprout. They make it easy to get your show listed on every major podcast platform. Tweetable Quotes: "It's often from great pain that great things come.” - Elaine Stageberg "The second most important decision in your life, next to your human health, is where you live. It determines your communities, resources, surroundings, and how you feel when you come home." - Elaine Stageberg Support the show